New ZealandWatch: 'Aggressive' overtaking driver almost causes head-on crash - then flips the birdThe frightening display was clearly captured on a bus driver's dashcam.11 Jan 08:58 PM
New Zealand‘Aggressive’ overtaking on Canterbury highway leads to near missThe driver of a 4WD gave fellow motorists the finger when they objected the highly dangerous manoeuvre near Omarama. Video / SuppliedWatch11 Jan 06:59 AM
New ZealandThree injured after tractor and car collide in Hawke's BayAuthorities were alerted to the crash shortly before 10am. 09 Jan 11:07 PM
New ZealandThe story behind Hawke’s Bay’s blossom spot: Japanese families turn crash sites into memorials31 Dec 10:00 PM
New Zealand2025 road toll on track for historic low amid tougher policing and safer roads 29 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldTikToker asks for donations after fatally hitting pedestrian while livestreamingThe US woman has been charged with reckless homicide.26 Dec 11:01 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025. The US bombs Islamic State terrorists in Nigeria, the NZ summer drowning toll now stands at one. Retail waits for a surge.Watch26 Dec 06:46 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNZ's most dangerous roads and places to drive over Christmas holidays revealed'One minute families are planning Christmas dinner, the next, they’re planning a funeral.'25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHoliday drivers warned: Police crackdown on speeding, phone use on SH29 and beyondMost road policing and booze bus staff will be on duty during the holiday break.25 Dec 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'You feel pretty badass': Inside the motorbike group for 155 Hawke’s Bay women'My life two years ago was completely different. I never ever expected it.'24 Dec 05:00 PM
Wellington'Completely reckless and unacceptable': Boy racers hurl bottles, fireworks at policeThe convoy of about 200 cars descended on the capital last night.24 Dec 02:23 AM
New Zealand'Expect delays': Five injured in SH25 truck crash as holiday traffic ramps around NZStop-go controls are currently in place near the Waihou (Thames) River bridge. 24 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandNZTA orders data analysis to identify full scale of falsely recorded breath testsAbout 130 NZ Police staff are being investigated over 30,000 suspect tests.23 Dec 06:33 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay will record its worst road toll in five yearsProvisional statistics show 21 people have died this year from Wairoa to Tararua.23 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Rare and serious': Rear seatbelt failure sparks voluntary Suzuki Fronx safety recallSales of the Suzuki Fronx in New Zealand have been halted while fixes are sought.23 Dec 03:49 AM
New ZealandWhangārei parents push for safer crossing after mother and child hit by carA petition led by teacher Penny Honey is calling for a full safety upgrade.22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandUte driver fleeing police on beach arrested after getting stuck in sandThe 37-year-old is due in the Napier District Court tomorrow on driving charges.21 Dec 11:12 PM
New ZealandMember of public finds body inside crashed carThe accident happened on an infamous stretch of road where 5 teens died in 2021.21 Dec 10:36 PM
New ZealandThe risk-taking that leads to carnage: Top cop's warning to drivers as festive season beginsLast year, 15 people were killed on the roads during the Christmas break.21 Dec 07:21 PM
CrimePolice chase and catch fleeing driver from CBD to SilverdalePolice chased and caught a fleeing driver from the CBD just north of the Puhoi off-ramp. Video / NZ HeraldWatch21 Dec 05:25 AM
New ZealandState Highway 1 crash near Hampton Downs blocks northbound lanesState Highway 1 crash near Hampton Downs blocks northbound lanes. Video / NZ HeraldWatch21 Dec 12:36 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonLove this City: Thanks for all the fun, WayneOpinion: The good, the bad and the ridiculous in Auckland's urban planning this week. 19 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeDeadly habit: Truckie who killed RSE worker had history of using his phone while driving'He was doing something he never should have been doing, and a man died.'19 Dec 05:03 AM
New ZealandMother of 11yo girl killed in Kaikohe crash finds relief as teen chargedStaci Walkley, who died in the August crash, is being remembered for her big heart.16 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Bicycles give you the freedom that car ads promiseMy last Herald column: A city safe for cycling is a city fit for every good purpose.16 Dec 04:00 PM
ConstructionFinal SFO sentence over $1m Broadspectrum roading fraud handed downAll five defendants in the Broadspectrum case pleaded guilty.16 Dec 02:12 AM
New Zealand'Pack some patience along with the presents': Holiday drivers urged to slow down, plan trips Motorists are urged to rest, buckle up and stay patient amid holiday traffic.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew roadside drug testing rolls out in Wellington - What you need to knowPolice Association President Steve Watt tells Herald NOW what to expect as new roadside drug testing for meth, cocaine, THC, and MDMA rolls out in Wellington. Video / Herald NowWatch14 Dec 06:38 PM
